Decision-making is a daily responsibility when you are an owner or manager in a home furnishings business. However, not all decisions are created equal. Some are routine—adjusting a store display, scheduling a team member, and ordering top-selling inventory. Others, however, carry much more weight: Should we expand to a second
Whether expanding locations and pursuing a more robust system or seeking to upgrade to a platform with deeper insights that can future-proof your position in the market, switching to a new POS system isn’t to be taken lightly. Searching for a new POS system for your growing home furnishing business
Retailers often think the next boost in their business will come from finding the next amazing line of merchandise or discovering a new marketing tool. Sometimes, they believe it will happen because they hire a killer salesperson or hope new businesses will fill vacancies around them, bringing traffic. The problem
Sales success in business and life is not a matter of chance—it’s built on a foundation of strong guiding principles. Certain fundamental sales principles apply universally, whether you’re a sales professional striving to close more deals, a leader shaping a high-performance team, or an individual looking to improve personal discipline.
It Could Happen To You- Start Protecting Your Business The retail industry faces various cyber threats that can profoundly impact businesses. It’s no longer a question of “if” but “when” an attack will occur. With cybercriminals becoming more sophisticated, retailers must adopt comprehensive strategies to protect their operations and customer
Julius M. Feinblum Real Estate has been a pivotal player in the real estate sector for over 36 years, specifically serving the Home & Patio Furnishings, Mattress, and Home Products industries. This case study explores how the firm leverages its specialized expertise, personalized service, and strategic partnerships to help retailers
Exciting growth opportunities are emerging on the horizon for furniture and bedding retailers. As several national and regional non-furniture retailers face challenges, smaller regional furniture retailers can capitalize on these openings. With low occupancy rent expenses, these retailers can expand into existing and new markets, filling gaps left by struggling
Running a successful business involves more than just making sales; it requires effectively managing your retail cash flow. This blog post will explore key strategies to increase your retail cash flow and improve your business’s profitability. You will learn practical tips and actionable advice to optimize your retail cash flow.
An effective strategic plan provides step-by-step instructions for launching, growing, or redirecting an organization. The strategic planning process involves: Defining the organization’s vision. Conducting a situational assessment (including validating the forecast/outlook). Setting goals, objectives, and priorities (while understanding that different constituents may have different desired outcomes). Developing a tactical process
Shopping for furniture and other home goods has evolved significantly, raising the bar regarding consumer experience. Let’s introduce the “chofa,” a sofa with a chaise on one end, to discuss my personal shopping journey and its implications for e-commerce in both B2C and B2B sectors. The shopping process involves gathering
HIGH POINT, N.C. (March 9, 2026) — The Home Furnishings Association (HFA) announced its High Point Market Seminar Series, delivering
There is an important update for home furnishings retailers and other importers affected by IEEPA tariffs: the refund process is
Most conversations about the future of eCommerce focus on the surface—better website design, faster checkout, and smoother user experiences. While
Understanding Your True Landed Cost: How Tariff Layers Are Reshaping Your Home Furnishings Business The trade environment for home furnishings
Effective April 6, 2026, the Trump Administration has modified the existing Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper products
AI & Retail Transformation: Your Roadmap to Smart Adoption The technology landscape for home furnishings retailers is evolving fast. For furniture retailers, simply adopting
AI is no longer just powering search bars and chatbots. New agentic AI experiences are changing how shoppers discover, evaluate, and buy products online. For
MEMBER-ONLY DISCUSSION: eCommerce Connect with fellow HFA member retailers to exchange insights, challenges, and successes in navigating family business dynamics.
